STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS PRINCIPLES II
UNIT CODE: 0732 551 15A
TVET CDACC UINT CODE:CON/CU/CEN/CC/O9/6/ MA
UNIT DURATION: 110 HOURS
Relationship to Occupational Standards
This unit addresses the Unit of Competence: Apply structural analysis principles
Unit Description
This Unit describes the principles required to perform structural designs. It involves
Computing theory of simple bending, computing horizontal shear stresses, analyzing structural
compression members, computing combined stresses and determining retaining walls forces.
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Summary of Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes DURATION (HOURS)
1. Compute Theory of simple bending 20
2. Compute Horizontal shear stress distribution 30
3. Analyze structural compression members 20
4. Compute Combined stresses 20
5. Determine retaining walls forces 20
TOTAL 110
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Learning Outcomes, Content and Suggested Assessment Methods
Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
1. Compute Theory of 1.1. Introduction to Simple Bending Theory • Practical tests
simple bending 1.1.1 Neutral axis and bending stress in • Project
beam sections • Portfolio of
1.1.2 Elastic bending and plastic evidence
bending differences • Third party
1.2. Derivation and Application of Bending report
Formula • Written tests
1.2.1. Bending equation
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1.3. Practical Considerations in Simple Bending
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1.3.1 Structural members subject to
bending
[Link]. Rectangular sections
[Link]. T – sections
[Link]. I – sections
1.3.2 Safety factors and design
considerations for bending stress
2. Compute 2.1. Fundamentals of Horizontal Shear Stress • Practical tests
Horizontal shear 2.1.1 Horizontal shear stress in beams • Project
stress distribution under bending • Portfolio of
2.1.2 Relationship between vertical load evidence
and horizontal shear • Third party
2.2. Shear Stress Distribution in Various Sections report
• Written tests
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2.2.1 Distribution analysis for
rectangular, T-sections and I-
sections
2.3. Practical Applications of Shear Stress
Distribution
2.3.1 Plotting and interpreting shear stress
distribution curves
2.3.2 Case examples in beams
3. Analyse structural 3.1. Compression Member Types and Buckling • Practical tests
compression members Analysis • Project
3.1.1 Classification of columns • Portfolio of
evidence
[Link]. Short
• Third party
[Link]. Intermediate
report
[Link]. Long
• Written tests
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3.1.2 Euler's buckling theory and its
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application
4. Compute Combined 4.1. Stress Types and Their Implications in • Practical tests
stresses Columns • Project
4.1.1 Direct stress and bending stress in • Portfolio of
columns evidence
4.1.2 Combined axial and bending stress • Third party
for eccentrically loaded columns report
4.2. Assumptions and Considerations in • Written tests
Combined Stress Analysis
4.2.1 Effects of load eccentricity
5. Determine retaining 5.1. Center of Gravity and Stability in Retaining • Practical tests
walls forces Walls • Project
• Portfolio of
evidence
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5.1.1 Determination of center of gravity • Third party
for uniform and non-uniform report
sections • Written tests
5.1.2 Effects on stability and risk of
overturning
5.2. Types of Pressure Acting on Retaining Walls
5.2.1 Active
5.2.2 Passive
5.2.3 Calculation of earth pressures
5.3. Lateral Thrust and Stability Analysis
5.3.1 Methods for calculating lateral thrust
[Link]. Rankine’s theory
5.3.2 Stability checks and design considerations
for different wall types
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[Link]. rectangular walls
[Link]. trapezoidal walls
Suggested Methods of Instruction
1. Practical
2. Projects
3. Demonstrations
4. Group discussions
5. Direct instructions
Recommended Resources for 25 Trainees
S/No. Category/Item Description/ Quantity Recommended
Specifications Ratio
(Item: Trainee)
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A Learning Materials
12. Rolls Flip Charts For both trainer’s 5 pcs 1:5
and trainee’ use
13. Graph book For trainee’s use 14 1:2
14. Rulers, protractors and For trainer’s use 2 pcs each 2:1
compasses, set-squares
15. A4 drawing papers For trainee’s use 25 pcs 1:1
B Learning Facilities & infrastructure
16. Whiteboards For trainer’s use 1 pc 1:25
17. Chalkboard For trainer’s use 1 pc 1:25
18. Classroom 9m by 8m 1 1:25
C Consumable materials
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19. Assorted color of whiteboard For trainee’s use 10 pcs 10:1
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markers
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20. D Tools and Equipment
21. Scientific calculator For trainee’s use 25 pcs 1:1
22. Computers installed with For trainee’s use 13 pcs 1:2
numerical analysis software’s
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